Low Fat Savory Ground Beef with Rice
Satisfy your cravings while sticking to a healthy lifestyle with this Low Fat Savory Ground Beef with Rice recipe. This delicious dish combines lean ground beef, nutty brown rice, and vibrant bell peppers, all infused with the bold flavors of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and garlic. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch to this wholesome, low-fat meal. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes and offers a hearty, nutrient-packed serving for the whole family. Perfect as a standalone dish or paired with a crisp green salad, this one-pot wonder is a flavorful yet guilt-free way to enjoy comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth to a boil. Add the drained rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes or until it begins to soften.
Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the lean ground beef to the other side. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked through, about 8 minutes.
Combine the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the beef and vegetables and stir well to combine.
Once the beef and vegetables are well mixed and evenly seasoned, add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the low fat savory ground beef with rice hot and enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 1795 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 106.7 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 976 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
